Best 7 Cilantro Lime Sweet Potato Salad Recipes

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When it comes to healthy and delicious side dishes, cilantro lime sweet potato salad is an absolute must-try. This vibrant and refreshing salad combines roasted sweet potatoes, fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a hint of spice for a flavor that’s both sweet and savory. It’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a side dish to grilled meats or fish, or even as a refreshing snack. With its vibrant colors and amazing taste, this salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect cilantro lime sweet potato salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LIME CILANTRO SWEET POTATOES



Lime Cilantro Sweet Potatoes image

Categories     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lime     Sweet Potato/Yam     Cilantro     Gourmet     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in lower third of oven and preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Toss sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow baking pan. Arrange potatoes in 1 layer and roast, stirring halfway through roasting, until tender, about 25 minutes total. Stir together cayenne, zest, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Whisk together lime juice and remaining tablespoon oil in a medium bowl, then add potatoes. Sprinkle with cayenne mixture and cilantro, stirring gently to combine.

GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH LIME AND CILANTRO



Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Lime and Cilantro image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 sweet potatoes, unpeeled
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/4 cup canola oil
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Parcook the potatoes: Place in a pot of water and boil until fork-tender; let cool. Slice each potato lengthwise into eighths.
  • Preheat a grill to medium or place a cast-iron grill pan over medium heat. Mix 1 tablespoon salt, the lime zest and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Brush the potato wedges with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown on all sides (including the skin) and just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter; immediately season with the salt mixture and sprinkle with cilantro.

CILANTRO-LIME SWEET POTATOES



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This is something my mom makes as a side dish for meats. The sweetness of the potatoes is perfectly complemented by the hint of lime and cilantro! It is wonderful and easy to make. If you like, an additional 2 tablespoons of olive oil can be added to the garlic, cilantro and lime juice mix after roasting.-Jessica Snyder, San Clemente, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large sweet potatoes (3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with oil, salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until tender., In a small bowl, combine the cilantro, lime juice and garlic; add to sweet potatoes and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH CHILI-LIME DRESSING



Sweet Potato Salad with Chili-Lime Dressing image

Provided by Lauren Chattman

Categories     Salad     Lime     Bell Pepper     Sweet Potato/Yam     Summer     Cilantro

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 medium-size red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4 inch dice [See how on streaming video]
4 scallions, white and light green parts, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until just tender, 7 to 10 minutes (don't overcook or your salad will be mushy and falling apart.) Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, make the dressing. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add the red bell pepper and scallions to the potatoes and toss with the dressing. Season again with salt and pepper. Serve warm or refrigerate and bring to room temperature before serving.

SOUTHWEST POTATO SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



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This is a yummy variation of Recipe #218465, suggested in the same Lorna Sass cookbook. It is delicious warm, at room temperature, or cold. It doubles well if you are making for a larger group.

Provided by appleydapply

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs potatoes (yukon gold or russet)
1/2 cup red pepper, diced
1/2 cup yellow pepper, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper (optional)
1/4 cup olive oil (use regular or light, NOT extra virgin)
3 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and slice 1/4" thick. Cook just until fork tender; drain and transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the peppers and onion to the potatoes.
  • Prepare the dressing: Combine remaining ingredients and stir well or shake in a small jar.
  • Pour over the still-warm potatoes and stir gently to combine, making sure all potatoes are coated.
  • If desired, add more salt, pepper, or lime juice to taste.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature. You can also refrigerate to serve later.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.4, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 398.2, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.4, Protein 3.5

CHIPOTLE SWEET POTATO SALAD



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I love the velvety taste and texture of sweet potatoes. A friend served sweet potatoes cooked with peppers and they tasted delicious together. I took those flavors and developed them into this creamy, smoky potato salad. -Carolyn Eskew, Dayton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 7 cups)
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped seeded fresh poblano pepper
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place sweet potatoes in a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan; cover tightly with foil. Roast until tender, 25-30 minutes. Cool. Transfer to a large bowl., Add onion, celery, poblano and jalapeno. Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle pepper, salt and pepper; pour over potato mixture and toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ROASTED SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH LIME DRESSING



Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Lime Dressing image

The sweet, mellow flavor of roasted sweet potatoes and onions combines nicely with this ginger and lime salad dressing!

Provided by sueb

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large sweet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 tablespoon oil
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 large tomato, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
1 lime, juiced
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine sweet potatoes and onion in a large bowl. Add oil and toss to coat. Spread onto a large baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crisp-tender, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • While the vegetables are cooling, combine garbanzo beans, tomato, and cilantro in a large bowl. Combine ginger, lime juice, and garlic in a small bowl.
  • Add cooled vegetables to the garbanzo bean mixture, pour lime dressing over top, and toss to combine. Chill in the refrigerator until flavors have combined, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 170.7 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose firm and evenly-shaped sweet potatoes for the best results.
  • Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking to help them cook evenly.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the sweet potatoes into uniform cubes; this will help them cook evenly.
  • Toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting; this will help them crisp up and develop flavor.
  • Roast the sweet potato cubes at a high temperature (425°F) for a shorter amount of time (20-25 minutes) to get crispy roasted sweet potatoes.
  • Allow the sweet potatoes to cool slightly before assembling the salad; this will help prevent the dressing from wilting the arugula.
  • Use a light hand when dressing the salad; too much dressing will overwhelm the other flavors.
  • Top the salad with crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice just before serving.

Conclusion:

This cilantro-lime sweet potato salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The roasted sweet potatoes are crispy and flavorful, and the tangy dressing pairs perfectly with the arugula and cotija cheese. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your next party or potluck.

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